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Glass of Bubbly Manchester Trade and Press Tasting 2017
The Glass of Bubbly trade and press Champagne & Sparkling Wine tasting took place at Chetham’s music school in Manchester on September 18th 2017 with a selection of producers showcasing sparkling wines ranging from Champagne to Franciacorta. This event was in association with Fizz Guru (Supplying exclusive, not on the High Street fizz and tasting…
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Astélia Crémant de Limoux Blanc Grand Réserve
“Aside from wine, what I know the best are my three daughters, Astrid, Elisa and Apolline.” What better way for Jean-Claude Mas to honour his family than the creation of a premium range of wines that inspires its name from those of his daughters? Produced at the Domaines’ prized Martinolles property in Saint Hilaire, the…
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Avoiding these 10 common wine buying techniques:
Do not judge a wine by its cover. Yes, we all do it I know, be it that book we have chosen at the library or picking the biggest wrapped present from the lucky dip – we are all influenced by packaging. Try not to though be too allured by a wine label design, sometimes it never…
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A Visit to Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf and Spa
From a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne for breakfast to fizzy cocktails on the terrace as the sun sets, the fine Mansion House and location of Bedfordshire’s 5 star Luton Hoo hotel is must visit location to indulge yourself in luxury and a glass of bubbly or two. I was kindly invited to take a few…
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South Africa – Methode Cap Classique Sparkling Wines
Seeing is believing! There I was, in South Africa, to see the vineyards and magnificent mountain ranges including the symbolic Table Mountain. I touched weathered sandstones and shale’s soils and felt the breeze from the False Bay. South Africa has a diverse environment that enables producing a variety of wines. My overall impression is that…
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Château Martinolles
Like a jewel in its box, Château Martinolles nestled in the hill, overlooking the village St Hilaire in the Limoux region, the cradle of the sparkling wines. Here, the warm Mediterranean sunshine, cool sea breezes and just the right amount of rain combine to create ideal conditions for our vines. We blend Chardonnay, Chenin and…
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What does it mean to be President of Prosecco Superiore region?
“You must have one of the most desirable jobs in the world!” I asked Innocente Nardi, President of the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. Consortium, during a lunch at the fabulous Salis Rsitorante Enoteca with its breathtaking views over the Cartizze region. “I am very proud to hold this position. I am also very proud…
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A visit to Denbies English Sparkling Wine
I have been travelling a fair bit recently to some splendid sparkling wine regions of the world so it was nice to have a few invitations come through from wineries much closer to home. English Sparkling Wine has been making a great impact in recent years with an increase in sales, new wineries opening, international…
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A visit to Exton Park Vineyard English Sparkling Wine
I get to hear a lot about Exton Park Vineyard for their team are always very active when it comes to industry tastings and sharing news and updates online. I was only recently on my ‘A Visit to‘ series in Champagne and I noted a bottle of Exton Park Vineyard in one of the Champagne houses fridge…
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